Santragadia - Nilagiri, Balasore
Santragadia is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Nilagiri and around 40 km from Baleshwar. Shyamasundarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santragadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santragadia is 393216. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 756042 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Santragadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santragadia
As per Census 2011, Santragadia village has a total population of 306 people, consisting of 180 males and 126 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 700 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santragadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | 180 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 144 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 36 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Santragadia
Santragadia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Santragadia
Santragadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilagiri to Santragadia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Santragadia is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santragadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santragadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santragadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santragadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santragadia
Where is Santragadia located?
Santragadia village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santragadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Santragadia is Shyamasundarpur.
What is the pincode of Santragadia?
The pincode of Santragadia is 756042.
What is the population of Santragadia?
Santragadia has a total population of 306, including 180 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Santragadia?
There are 69 households in Santragadia.
What is the literacy rate in Santragadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santragadia is 77.78%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 74.60%.